Review of Watch on the Rhine (1943) by Katie R — 30 Aug 2007

Paul Lukas as an anti-Nazi resistance leader. Great movie based on the Lillian Hellman play. Bette Davis is remarkable.

This review of Watch on the Rhine (1943) was written by Katie R on 30 Aug 2007.

Watch on the Rhine has generally received positive reviews.

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